Tough Plants: Unkillable Plants for Every Garden Book

Few gardens have perfect growing conditions. Invariably there is a corner that is too shady, windy or dry. The solution: a tough plant! One that will shrug off the worst conditions, often thrive despite them. Tough Plants is an easy-to-use, fully illustrated guide to more than 100 virtually unkillable plants for the garden -- whatever the growing conditions. The extended back flap of the book can be used as a quick reference to identify the symbols used throughout the book, identifying whether a plant is ideally suited for a particular situation, microclimate, or soil type. The book features: - An extensive directory with more than 100 plants chosen for their ability to survive difficult conditions, while adding beauty and color to the garden - Assessing and improving a garden - Matching plants to garden conditions - Understanding soil and microclimates created by sun, shade, and wind - Caring for plants in tough situations - Suggestions on where, how and what to plant - Dealing with damp or dry conditions, sun or shade - Practical tips on getting started, planting, routine care, and weed control.Read More